So THIS is Why Doctors Keep Me Waiting!

Doctors Have Your Back

Doctors take time to fight for you. If your insurance denies you a procedure or refuses to pay for it, many doctors will dive in as your advocate to make the problem go away — and sometimes, all you know is that the procedure was paid for.

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The Doctor Isn’t the Only One Running Late

Sometimes your doctor is running late because you’re running late. A patient might think nothing of coming in 10 minutes late, complaining about traffic or parking. However, that small delay sets the entire schedule back.

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Doctors Want to Know How You’re Self-Medicating

Any kind of medication you ingest matters to your doctor – and those herbal supplements you picked up at the local health food store may matter most of all. Make a list of all your alternative and over-the-counter meds before you go in for a checkup.

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No One Says Thank You to Doctors

Doctors like to hear the words “Thank you.” You can make your doctor’s day by sending her something as small as a thank-you card.

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